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CNC Programmer with Live Tool – Rockford, Illinois

Our customer in Rockford, Illinois, is seeking motivated individuals to join their team. As a CNC Programmer with Live Tool, you will be responsible for programming from print, setting up, and operating multi-axis CNC lathes equipped with live tooling using Mazatrol conversational programming.

• Program from print using Mazatrol by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches.
• Calculate machining requirements using basic math, geometry, and trigonometry and prove part programs.
• Set up and operate multi-axis CNC lathes with live tooling and machines using Mazatrol conversational programming.
• Serve as direct support to the Lathe Supervisor and assist CNC machinists with programs and setups.
• Serve as direct support to the CNC Supervisor and assume this role in his absence.
• Produce high-quality parts from technical drawings with minimal supervision.
• Plan machining operations by studying detailed and complex blueprints and work orders and interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Set up lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, and stops.
• Verify machine settings by measuring positions, first-run parts, and sample work pieces and perform buddy checks.
• Support the CNC Lathe team through programming, verifying setups, and performing buddy checks.

• Proven experience as a CNC Machinist or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience running CNC with live tooling and programming from print.
• Strong understanding of CNC programming and operation, particularly with Mazatrol and Fanuc systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings accurately.
• Familiarity with precision measuring tools such as micrometers, bore gauges, and calipers.
• Ability to lead others.

Pay for CNC Programmer with Live Tool: $22–$27 per hour.

CNC Programmer with Live Tool Benefits:

• 401(k).
• 401(k) matching.
• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid weekly.
• Direct deposit.
• Paid training.

Type: 1st Shift, Full-time.

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Overtime on Saturdays as needed.